• Information desk in national park
Information point in the old forester's lodge - with exciting insights into rock climbing, nature conservation and the coexistence of man and nature.

This small information point of the Saxon Switzerland National Park is located in the former forester's lodge on the outskirts of Schmilka, in the direction of Großer Winterberg. The exhibition is dedicated to rock climbing in the region and the question of how this traditional sport can be practised in harmony with nature conservation.

The exhibition focuses on the developments of the past decades, the voluntary commitment of many climbers and the importance of rock-friendly and nature-friendly behavior. The information point shows that the relationship between climbing and protected areas was discussed early on among mountaineers - partly out of conviction, partly at the instigation of the authorities.

The exhibition is aimed at climbers, hikers and nature lovers alike and provides practical insights into the sensitive coexistence of people and nature in the national park.


Openings

April
daily 10:00 - 16:00

May to September
daily 10:00 - 18:00

october
daily 10:00 - 16:00
Dayoff: Closed all holidays

Price info

free of charge

General information

  • Bus stop available

Payment methods

Entrance Free

Directions & Parking facilities

Easily accessible by public transport.
Bus route: 252
Bus stop: Schmilka border crossing
Footpath approx.: 5 minutes
Saxon Switzerland

Train line S1 Meißen-Bad Schandau
Stop: Schmilka-Hirschmühle
Footpath approx.: 3 minutes to the Elbe ferry, then crossing to Schmilka, 5 minutes to the destination

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